Ventures is a disciple and leadership development program focused on 9th -12th grade youth. Youth and adult staff travel to various congregations in the mission center to learn, fellowship, serve and provide a vibrant worship experience for the congregations.

Date

Worship Theme: S T ( ) R Y

Location

January 19-21, 2018

Find Your Story

Farwell

February 16-18, 2018

Write Your Story

Saginaw

March 16-18, 2018

Hear Their Story

St. Johns & Muskegon

April 20-22, 2018

Share Your Story

Galien

May 18-20, 2018

Your Story Continues

Northview & Brighton

*Subject to change, you will be notified of any changes prior to the huddle, so pay attention to the Ventures Facebook group (Michigan Youth Ventures for Christ 2017-2018) and check your messages.

What is Ventures?Youth Ventures for Christ, or Ventures, is a group of senior high aged youth that works to serve Christ by bringing ministry to a Community of Christ congregation and the surrounding community. It started in Detroit in 1972, and then started on the west side of the state in 1990, but has now grown to include the ENTIRE mission center. In short, we call these gatherings “huddles.”

What happens at a Huddle?You arrive at the church between 7 -8 p.m. on Friday for registration. The time we spend together Friday night is spent getting to know knew and old friends as well as worshipping and going over the weekend’s events. Saturday, we spend time in classes, worshipping, and a majority of time is spent planning and rehearsing the service. We sometimes have a talent show (so come prepared) and visiting session with those in the congregation. There is also an activity like bowling or skating that occurs on Saturday. On Sunday, we put on the service for the congregation and then cleanup and debrief. Then it is off to Pizza Hut or some other restaurant for lunch and goodbyes.

Do I go home each night?No. You will sleep in a host family’s house with other youth and staff.

Is there a cost?Yes. For all huddles it is $20 per huddle to cover the costs of the weekend and includes lunch on Sunday. Please don’t let money stop you from coming. If there are any problems, see a staff member. If you need a ride, contact a staff member.

If you have any other questions, do not be afraid to ask. Stephanie Tew is the Ventures Leader this year. You can reach her at (616)648-0943 or stew@nmu.edu.